Learn the details of who he was Duke (1899-1974) and the circumstances of his death: place of death, date of death and cause of death.
Who was Duke?
Edward Kennedy Ellington better known as Duke was born on April 29, 1899 in Washington DC, United States.
His unfortunate death was the May 24, 1974 (51 years ago) in New York, United States by Lung cancer at 75 years of age.
Duke Ellington was an outstanding American jazz pianist, composer, and bandleader. Known for his innovative jazz music and unique style, Ellington is considered one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century.
Birth
- Full name: Edward Kennedy Ellington
- Sobriquet: Duke
- Date:
- Place: Washington DC, United States
- Zodiac sign: Taurus
- Gender: Male
Death
- Date:
- Place: New York, United States
- Age: 75 years
- Time since death: 51 years old
- Cause: Lung cancer
